Author Topic: June 26th meetup and ride in the curvy North Georgia hills (Read 8152 times)

Fabricator · « **on:** June 08, 2010, 01:11:54 PM »

Howdy guys-n-gals,

We are hosting another ride from Gainesville into the hills of Northeast Georgia on Saturday June 26th. We will be heading out of my house (2747 Quillians Drive. Gainesville GA 30506) at 10am. Plan on arriving at least 15 minutes before hand so you can get aquainted with the folks and the route (earlier if you choose as I will be up and around before 7am). We will be riding "about" a 100 mile route through the mountains and the route will be posted in the next few days. The last ride was about 105 miles, and begun at my shop. Last time we did not take Richard Russell Scenic Hwy, and it will be included on this ride. More route details coming soon. As with the last ride, this is not a race, but a chance to just enjoy a ride meet new folks.

During the ride, we will plan a couple gas/rest/snack/picture stops, and I will post the location on the trip map that is coming shortly. The end of the loop will bring us to my home for grilled food and "refreshments"... I will have garage space in case of a pop-up rain shower, and a floor to sleep on if anyone needs to spend the night (PM me up if you are needing lodging). There will be basic service tools, fluids, and compressed air at our place for any last minute checks. Plan on bringing a $5 bill for food and "beverages", and at least $3 singles for parking at Brasstown Bald (In case we go that way). Post here if you are coming!

Cheers,

Fabricator

Below are a couple pics from the last ride. This time I am going to try to have a photographer friend there for some "on the road" shots! Now get off your computer and tune up your bike

Bonafide · « **Reply #1 on:** June 08, 2010, 02:20:15 PM »

Thanks for the early heads up. I'm putting it down on my calender and plan on making it. I'll probably skip riding into Gainesville and meet you guys along the way - say at/near Turner's Corner if you're going that way up US129 towards Blood Mtn and the Richard Russell Pwy. It's a 100 miles one way for me to just get that far.

Anyone in the Cobb County area want to ride over with me?

Bluto · « **Reply #2 on:** June 08, 2010, 06:32:41 PM »

Hey Chris,

Sounds like a plan.

Looking forward to it.

Bill

Fabricator · « **Reply #3 on:** June 09, 2010, 02:50:37 AM »

Bonafide,

My place is -1/4 mile from 129 (Quillians Corner/Clermont). You would ride by on your way to Turners (if you took 129).... I would be so hurt if you didn't stop by

If you are looking for a general map reference, I am 0.3 miles from the intersection of 129N and SR52 FWIW.

Fabricator

Bonafide · « **Reply #4 on:** June 09, 2010, 06:40:33 AM »

Quote from: Fabricator on June 09, 2010, 02:50:37 AM

Bonafide,

My place is -1/4 mile from 129 (Quillians Corner/Clermont). You would ride by on your way to Turners (if you took 129).... I would be so hurt if you didn't stop by If you are looking for a general map reference, I am 0.3 miles from the intersection of 129N and SR52 FWIW.

Fabricator

Not really on my way, I'm coming across from NW Cobb County - thru Jasper, Dawsonville, Dahlonega - but I'll see what I can do.

Been putting some miles on the '72 since redoing the headlight wiring for a 2nd time. Rode to a local bike night last night ... headlight went out 8 miles from home at 10pm. ARRRGHH!

Fabricator · « **Reply #5 on:** June 09, 2010, 07:39:21 AM »

Ten-four! I mistakenly assume that all of the Atlanta suburbs are South of me! Once I get caught up in the shop I will finalize the route, and you can pick a rendevous point from there. I look forward to meeting you.

Cheers,

Fabricator

Trav-i · « **Reply #6 on:** June 09, 2010, 08:22:15 AM »

Count me back in as well. Hopefully my bike will run like it is supposed to this time.

JP · « **Reply #7 on:** June 10, 2010, 09:24:00 AM »

Well fellas, I JUST got out of court for my previous mishap. Good news is, it's not NEARLY as bad as I thought it would be and I may not need to sale the CB after all. Soooo, count me in for a tentative ride. Not 100% sure of it yet. Chris, have you contacted James and Diane yet, or should I?

Fabricator · « **Reply #8 on:** June 10, 2010, 10:23:36 AM »

JP,

Glad to hear you are not being "wrung out". I hope you can make the ride. I have not contacted James or Diane, so please do!

Cheers,

Fabricator

Bluto · « **Reply #9 on:** June 10, 2010, 11:22:09 AM »

Very good news there JP.

Look forward to meeting ya! Might want to ride the Vespa so I can have some company in the "back of the pack".

Bill

max-v · « **Reply #10 on:** June 10, 2010, 03:25:05 PM »

Hey folks,

Diane and I would love to tag along again if our schedule allows. I'll add it to the calendar and hope to see you again later in the month.

--J

JP · « **Reply #11 on:** June 10, 2010, 11:42:24 PM »

No need to worry, Bill- I'll give you company back there. Nothing like 44 hours in a holding cell to slow my arrogant a$$ WAY down!

Fabricator · « **Reply #12 on:** June 23, 2010, 08:52:20 AM »

Just a quick bump to let everyone know that we are still "on". The weather still looks good, with only the typical "chance of an evening Pop-up". I will get with Travis today or tomorrow to post the route. I have been working from "way too early" to "way too late" most of this month, and not had the time to really go over the map. I look forward to seeing y'all!

Cheers,

Chris

Fabricator · « **Reply #13 on:** June 25, 2010, 05:28:02 AM »

Please let me know who will be in attendence. I need a "head count" for food and beverages. Post here!

Cheers,

Fabricator

Bluto · « **Reply #14 on:** June 25, 2010, 09:49:22 AM »

Hi Chris,

I will be there for the ride but not the "after ride" festivities. I will be dropping my daughter off at a bday party up in Gville that morning and they want me to pick her up early that afternnon.

Looking forward to it.

Thanks,

Bill

max-v · « **Reply #15 on:** June 25, 2010, 10:53:10 AM »

Hey Chris,
D. and I are going to try to make it again, I should say we will be there (provided we don't melt on our way up 985 tomorrow morning).

JP,
If your girlfriend needs a seat again and you are still planning on heading up it's no trouble, the vmax doesn't care. I'll even put the backrest back on. Give me a call if you need the seat and she wants to attend.
--J

Fabricator · « **Reply #16 on:** June 25, 2010, 11:10:54 AM »

Thanks for the heads up all! Anyone else going to make it?

Fabricator

blake255 · « **Reply #17 on:** June 25, 2010, 11:47:34 AM »

Hi guys,

Unfortunately I'm not going to make it this time. Not cool, I know, but I hope you all have a great time.

Fabricator · « **Reply #18 on:** June 26, 2010, 07:54:16 PM »

Thanks to all who came. Bill, you missed fresh pasta with prosciutto, roasted garlic and oregano.... Come by Sunday for leftovers

It sounds like Karen will be good to go for the next one too now that her ride is going again. I am going to try and take Bill's suggestion to plan an overnight trip next time, as I have a limited amount of time before the "little one" arrives (wife's due August 28th), and "need" to get some riding in. I forgot the camera, so everyone else will just have to take my word for it that the views on Richard Russell Scenic Hwy (GA 348) were aewsome. As soon as Ray emails his I will get them posted; unless he beats me to it.

Cheers,

Chris

dl52163 · « **Reply #19 on:** June 28, 2010, 04:34:46 PM »

I am so sorry that I missed this. This would have been fun to break in the new ride. Maybe next time and CONGRATULATIONS on the new delivery. You are going to have so much fun. We will be praying for you her and the little one.

Fabricator · « **Reply #20 on:** June 29, 2010, 06:52:44 AM »

Sorry you missed us too!

Below are a few pictures from Ray and Bill (I forgot the camera).

Here we are at Wolfpen Gap on SR180

These are at an overlook on Richard Russell Scenic Hwy (SR 348)

For some reason I don't think that kevlar and leather pants are a kitchen requirement, but hey, why take chances with a 575 watt pasta roller! Maybe I should have had the helmet and gloves too...

Bluto · « **Reply #21 on:** July 20, 2010, 06:06:42 AM »

Hi Guys and Gals.......

Just checking in. We are at the beach this week...layin around and cocktails before noon

Chris, How bout another cruise before the blessed event? Do we have time or have you been "put on notice"?

Might want to head up to the N.W. area and hook up with Blake. Just thinkin...
Y'all let me know how everybodys doin and give Rebecca a "high five" for me.

Bill
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blake255 · « **Reply #22 on:** July 20, 2010, 06:25:14 AM »

Hi guys,

Sorry I haven't been in touch. I've been out of town way more than I expected. I'd be glad to host a "ride in" to my part of the state. There are several things we could do, ride up and visit Ft. Mountain State Park, grill out, swim (my family has a pool), check out my basket case Sandcasts. Let me know what you guys think. Also, I'm pretty central to Atlanta, Knoxville, and Nashville, so anyone from those areas may be interested in joining in.

Blake

Bluto · « **Reply #23 on:** July 23, 2010, 04:09:01 PM »

Hi Blake,

Yea... I think a cruise up to your neck of the woods would be cool. I haven't heard from Chris or Travis in awhile. I'll be lookin for responses and send him an email next week.

Take care,

Bill

Spanner 1 · « **Reply #24 on:** July 23, 2010, 07:36:20 PM »

Hi Blake, Bill, Travis and expectant Dad, Chris !
Sweetie and me would love to explore some more of North GA.!!...... see if she can encounter another bear on the road like last time !!

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